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Marie’s Wallpaper
5.0(
13
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"⭐⭐⭐⭐ I recently had the pleasure of working with the mother-daughter wallpapering team at Marie’s WallPaper, for two challenging bathroom installs, and I couldn't be happier with the results! From the moment they arrived, their professionalism and attention to detail stood out. They provided everything they needed to hang my wallpaper, tackling both jobs seamlessly and completing everything in a timely manner, which was impressive given the complexity of the projects. Who really wants to wallpaper? Not me! But thanks to their expertise, my bathroom remodel dreams have come true. They approached each task with enthusiasm and skill, proving that no job is too small or too big for this dynamic duo. They truly are a power team! I can't wait for my next project with them and would highly recommend Marie’s WallPaper to anyone looking for quality and reliability in wallpapering. Thank you, Marie and Sarah for transforming my spaces!"
Wallpaper Project
Wallpaper Installation
Wallpaper installation
Wallpaper installation
Wallpaper installation

+136

Response time4 days
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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The Painting Company, LLC
4.7(
70
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Response time was great, reasonable start date, price was reasonable , team members communicated what was going on, on time and it looks great. Keep the site clean and took the needed precautions to avoid overspray on rest of house or plants. Plan to hire them again to paint the rest of the house once we replace our Old siding later this year or early next year."
Exterior Project
Ocean Beach Exterior
Commercial Building Exterior
Garage Epoxy Flooring
Interior Painting

+121

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
PAINT.COM
5.0(
39
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Paint...absolutely fantastic.  These guys (Steve and son ) could cut in trim work with absolute precision.  And the walls / ceiling were brushed on...none of that spray stuff.   Gold Medal. <br /> Wallpaper...not so much.  Had to have one area redone (kitchen) by another contractor.  However, Office wallpaper job looks great. <br /> I would give them an A Plus rating. <br /> Jim Armstrong <br /> delmaryachtclub.com <br /> <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Level 5 Drywall
4.9(
73
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Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris and Jessie arrived near the beginning of the 30 minute window they provided me.  They went to work immediately, had all of the needed materials and finished within an hour, leaving behind a clean work area.  They were courteous and professional.  The patched area looks great. <br /> <br /> A plumber had removed a piece of drywall in order to replace some pipe and a shower valve.  While I thought the drywall piece he left behind would just need to be patched back in to the old spot, it turned out some smaller pieces had been cut out and were missing, so the job was a little more involved than I had anticipated. Despite having to fill some of those gaps, Chris did't charge any extra, staying true to the estimate he provided me over the phone.   <br /> <br /> I was particularly impressed with Chris's interest in finding a way to perform the needed services at a low cost given the small scale of this job. Several of the other companies I spoke to wouldn't make any accommodations or budge from their minimum charges.  I would definitely use Level 5 Drywall in the future and will recommend to them to my family and friends."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Encinitas, CA

You can determine your wall type through tactile and visual tests. Start by checking the surface by inserting a thumbtack, feeling the texture, tapping to listen for a hollow sound, and examining cut edges under outlet covers. Drywall feels soft with a hollow sound, while plaster is hard and solid. These checks are especially useful in older homes where plaster is more common.

After removing wallpaper, you can dispose of small amounts in your household trash. However, if you are removing wallpaper from your entire home, you’ll need to contact a waste removal service, rent a dumpster, or arrange a special pick-up with your municipality’s waste service. Wallpaper cannot be recycled, so it is important to keep it separate from the recycling stream to comply with local waste guidelines.

It takes a professional from several hours up to a full day to remove wallpaper from a single room. The removal duration depends on the type of adhesive, the age of the wallpaper, the condition of the wall, and the number of layers present. High ceilings and additional layers increase the time required, as extra care is taken to protect the wall surface while ensuring a complete removal.

Using fabric softener with water is an option for removing wallpaper, but its effectiveness is limited and depends on the type of wallpaper being used. This low-cost method is most effective on modern, less porous wallpaper and may not yield optimal results on vintage or textured varieties. It might also affect wall surface preparation for new coverings if the residue is not completely removed. For stubborn adhesive or textured surfaces, professional solutions are recommended to ensure a thorough removal without damaging the underlying wall.

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